Foxtails

The foxtail palm tree (Wodyetia bifurcata), an Australian native, is an adaptable, fast-growing specimen. In recent years, varieties of foxtail palm trees have become popular with landscapers and nurserymen in warmer zones of the United States.

Grown in a wide range of soils, the only requirements are that soil be well draining and not highly acidic. Tolerant of salty sea spray and wind, the foxtail palm tree is an excellent choice for those who live on ocean fronts and other salt prone areas.

Arecas

The Areca Palm Tree (Chrysalidocarpus lutescens) native of the islands of Madagascar, is one of the most popular palms in tropical and subtropical climates because of its beautiful appearance and low maintenance. This palm can be grown indoors as well as outdoors.

Coconuts

The coconut tree (Cocos nucifera) is a tropical plant from the palm family grown primarily for its fruit, coconuts. The tree is native to the South Pacific region and is widely cultivated in all the tropical regions of the world, growing particularly well in coastal areas.

Some people believe that this coconut palm is the symbol of romance in the tropics.People associate the coconut palm with relaxation and shade looking out over the sea to the horizon.